Intervention Specialist

Company: Behavioral Health Works
Location: Oakland
Posted on: June 19, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Patient homes located in: Oakland, San Leandro, Alameda
Make a difference in your community working with children and families effected by Autism, Come Join Our Team!!
Starting range for this position is $22 - $25 per hour!
Available Shifts: 3pm-8pm
Additional compensation for individuals with ABA experience!
With BHW you have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families. We train our technicians how to effectively work one on one with children diagnosed with Autism. We'll teach you ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy techniques in our two-week paid training program. At the end of training, you will test for your RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification to ensure you are prepared to enter the field and impact a child's life.
Once in the field as a behavior technician, you will work one on one in the homes of our children providing them with services tailored to their individual treatment plan. Visits include working with the child in the home on:
- playtime activities
- social cueing and interactions
- developing eye contact strategies
- creating daily tools and structure
- building relationships to create progress in the life of the child.
You'll have support every step of the way as we all strive to assist in the child's growth.
This is a part time position offering 12 - 20 hours per week within the hours of 3pm-8pm.
Role Qualifications :
- Enrolled in undergraduate program in psychology, education, or related field with 6 months experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities (camp counselor, church volunteer, babysitter, childcare, etc.) OR Bachelor's Degree in psychology, sociology, education, or related field with 6 months experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities
- Energetic people with a commitment to help children and families
- A drive to be part of an important field of care with a growing organization
- Vaccinations for MMR and COVID are required as well as a fit for duty assessment and TB test
Benefits :
- Company paid Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification at completion of training!!
- Paid new hire training with additional paid learning opportunities to support your skill development and growth & RBT Certification
- Reimbursement for mileage with paid drive time between clients
- Part-time schedule with flexible shifts
- Paid monthly training sessions to learn new skills and techniques.
- Eligible to enroll in courses with slight discounted tuition (5-10%) with our affiliated universities. Some partners include National University, California Southern University, Vanguard University, Capella University and Purdue Global
- An environment where employees feel valued while doing work that impacts the children in our communities
Who We Are :
BHW is looking for caring, compassionate, high-energy behavior technicians who want more than just a job. We help you build a rewarding career that makes a difference in the lives of those affected by Autism. Join a team of people who love what they do, support each other and are defining quality ABA treatment for the families we serve.
Our Approach :
We believe in an individualized, collaborative, and family-centered care to achieve long-lasting outcomes for children with autism. Our Values:
BHW is committed to providing effective and quality care to our families by following our core Clinical Values
- Caring
- Collaboration
- Expertise
- Guidance
- Committed
Additional Information :
BHW does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). All employees must complete and pass a background check and show proof of immunization. (Autism, ABA, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Entry Level, Disabilities, Therapy, Intervention, Kids, Children, Modification, Healthcare, Education,
Child Development, Childcare, Community, Flexible, Psychology, Sociology, Human Development, Liberal Studies, BCBA, Board Certified Behavioral Analyst, MFT)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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